Well kids......
......guess this is it. I have finally grown tired of the grind. I am moving on.
I tried the MMORPG thing, and it seems it is not to my liking. This past weekend I secured a new single player game, and my love for gaming was renewed.
I stayed in this game longer than I would normally have just because of the people. I have met some fabulous people and have made many friends. It is the kindness and sporting fun of you all that keeps the game alive.
Unfortunately, playing with consideration for other people seems to cause undo stress. There is no pausing the game when you are playing with others. Your skill and equipment MUST be top-notch or you are a terrible player. And, Heaven forbid, if you should ***** up and lose a battle or cause death to another player, you are banished to the "Crappy Player" threads and get no more invites.
Last night I tried three times with no success to win a key battle. I did not have to apologize to anyone, make excuses, or humbly bow out. I just hit the Reset button :) Gaming is once again what it used to be......fun!
I thank you all for your help, insights, and most of all friendship. I wish you all the best of luck and enjoyment.
Happy Hunting!!!